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332 ViA User Manual v2.0
9. When using UDP ensure the total bit rate (audio bit rate plus header bit rate) is no more than
80% of the ISP connection rate. IP headers require around 20 kbps in addition to the audio
bit rate. For example, with a 64 kbps connection the audio bit rate should be (64-20) x 0.8 =
31.2 kbps or lower.
10. Wireless IP connections can easily become congested and result in packet loss and audio
drop-outs. It is very difficult to guarantee connection quality when there is no way of knowing
how many people are sharing the same wireless connection.
Important Note: Be careful when using cell-phone connections at special events
where thousands of people have mobile phones. This can result in poor quality
connections and audio drop-outs if cell-phone base stations are overloaded.
Wi-Fi Connectivity Tips
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Don't share a router for other purposes when you are streaming to ensure you have the most
bandwidth possible.
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The 5GHz band handles interference better and tends to be less congested than 2.4GHz.
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Try to minimize your distance from the Wi-Fi Access Point if possible. This can make a huge
difference in reliability.
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You may be able to increase your speed by switching to a less busy channel. Download a
wireless channel analyzer app such as
as NirSoft's Wi-FiInfoView for
each channel on each Wi-Fi frequency, and the ones nearby networks are using. If you
discover you're on a crowded channel, you can manually change it. Type your router's IP
address into your web browser. (The IP address is usually on the back of the router, or you
can Google your router's model. You can also use http://setuprouter.com/). Enter your
username and password, then click to view Wi-Fi settings and select the channel
recommended by the Wi-Fi analyzer program.
IP Connection Checklist
Complete the following check list and aim for a score of at least 8 out of 10 before going live.
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Windows. Macs have the tool built in. These programs show
Check
Using a reputable Tier1 ISP that's part of internet backbone.
The same ISP is being used for both codec connections.
The ISP Plan is a Business Plan or equivalent.
The ISP connection speed is adequate.
Equipment is high quality and suitable for media streaming.
The ISP connection speed has been tested and is suitable.
The ISP connection is not shared with other PCs or devices.
UDP is being used as the audio transport protocol.
No more than 80% of ISP connection bandwidth is being used.
There are no wireless connections being used.
Wifi Analyzer for Android or a desktop program such
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